Hey all; just a quick question. I took a CVSA a while ago and was told that I passed for a local government job. Are polygraph and/or CVSA results considered exempt from a Public Records Request? I believe that the Freedom of Information Act only applies to Federal (not state or local) agencies, but please correct me if I'm wrong. And even if they are exempt from "Public Records", shouldn't I be able to get the results of my own exam? I did request them but got a letter saying polygraph and CVSA exams are exempt, but I have reason to believe there may be other factors in their decision to not hire me. Thanks.

Thanks so much for the kind offer. I'm reviewing the Statutes for Florida (my state) as I type this. I would be most grateful for any help that can be given. The statute in question (assuming this is the most recent document) can be viewed at http://www.scenicflorida.org/pubflstchp119.html. The exemptions are listed under Chapter 119.07. Although it's long-winded, I can't seem to find any mention of polygraph/CVSA results at all. The closest I can find to an exemption regarding poly's is under 119.07 Sec. 3(a), which reads "Examination questions and answer sheets of examinations administered by a governmental agency for the purpose of licensure, certification, or employment are exempt from the provisions of subsection (1) and s. 24(a), Art. I of the State Constitution." It does go on to say that a person may view their OWN examination. Thanks again, very much!

Again, thanks for the info. My eyes were starting to cross from reading the hyperbabble in that one "brief" chapter. You are quite correct....and it's encouraging to know there are people out there willing to help. I'll let everyone know how it goes!